BRADENTON, Fla. - First responders see the unthinkable every single day, including tragic car crashes, incidents involving children, shootings and more. They carry that experience with them for the rest of their lives.

What we know:

Heath Perry and his mother have made it their mission to support first responders in Manatee and Sarasota counties by giving them a "normal place, after normal hours."

Just off of Manatee Avenue East in Bradenton, you'll find Lt. Perry's Place.

"This is a safe space for all first responders of Sarasota and Manatee counties," said Heath Perry.

Lt. Perry's Place brings comfort when needed with a full kitchen, weight room, two pianos, game room, recreation activities and a counseling space.

"It's a space where they can come and decompress after their

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